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NYC New Year’s Day Buffet Cruise, 3 hr

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  • New York City
  • 3 hrs
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Welcome the new year on a 3-hour New York Harbor cruise with a prosperity-inspired buffet, sparkling toast, and Manhattan skyline views.

About this tour

Welcome the new year aboard a 3-hour NYC New Year’s Day Buffet Cruise, where the Manhattan skyline glows across New York Harbor and a celebratory feast brings traditions of good fortune to the table. Settle in for a scenic cruise and enjoy unlimited access to the Grand Prosperity Buffet, featuring dishes inspired by customs that symbolize abundance, health, and prosperity.

Savor roasted pork, catch-of-the-day fish, collard greens, black-eyed peas, long noodles, and golden cornbread, each served with a hopeful meaning for the year ahead. Raise a welcome sparkling toast and enjoy a 12-grape luck skewer, then relax with unlimited water, hot cider, and tea. A live DJ spins jazz, soul, and easy listening as you take in the harbor views.

The NYC New Year’s Day Buffet Cruise pairs skyline scenery with a generous meal and festive onboard atmosphere. Dress warmly if you plan to visit the open-air decks, and arrive in time to board before the vessel departs promptly. Celebrate the year ahead from the water on this NYC New Year’s Day Buffet Cruise.

Highlights

  • Cruise New York Harbor beneath the illuminated Manhattan skyline
  • Savor a global buffet of dishes tied to prosperity and good fortune
  • Toast the new year with sparkling wine and a 12-grape luck skewer
  • Enjoy a live DJ playing jazz, soul, and easy listening

What's included

Included

  • 3-hour harbor cruise
  • Unlimited water, hot cider, and tea
  • Welcome sparkling toast and 12-grape luck skewer
  • Unlimited access to the Grand Prosperity Buffet
  • Onboard live DJ

Not included

  • Specialty drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails, available at the onboard bar
  • Transportation to and from the departure point

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Important information

  • Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure; the vessel leaves promptly at the scheduled time
  • Late arrivals are not eligible for refunds
  • Casual to smart-casual attire is recommended; bring a warm coat for open-air viewing decks
  • Wheelchair access requires a foldable wheelchair and the ability to walk up the ramp independently
  • Electric wheelchairs are not permitted
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

How long is the cruise?

The harbor cruise lasts 3 hours.

When does boarding begin?

Boarding begins 30 minutes before departure. The vessel leaves promptly at the scheduled time.

Are late arrivals eligible for a refund?

No. Late arrivals are not eligible for refunds.

Is the cruise wheelchair accessible?

Access is available for foldable wheelchairs if you can walk up the ramp independently. Electric wheelchairs are not permitted.

What drinks are included?

Unlimited water, hot cider, and tea are included, along with a welcome sparkling toast. Specialty drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails are available for purchase at the onboard bar.

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